If you consider returning to school after graduating from high school, you may wonder if your finances are as big as your dreams. Paying for college is something every student considers. Rest assured, financing a healthcare education may be more accessible than you imagined. Thankfully, many options are available to help students finance their educational […]

Ready to begin your education in healthcare? If so, you already have a general idea of what you need to prepare for success. One step is figuring out your financial aid. Many options are available, but what are they? How does one apply? Do you qualify? If you aren’t sure how to begin the financial […]

Modern healthcare encompasses more than just roles as doctors or nurses, working in hospitals, or triaging wounds. Those interested in entering the healthcare industry can choose from multiple dynamic options, including work in dental assisting, diagnostic medical imaging, medical assisting, psychiatric support individuals, nuclear medicine, and beyond. Whether you’ve just finished high school or have […]

`Butcher, baker, candlestick maker?’ With a swirling kaleidoscope of professions about you, finding the perfect-for-you vocation can be daunting. Trade schools and colleges offer their hands—matching ambitions to acumen as academic advisors attempt to proffer professional life prescriptions based on personality traits or career tests. A battery of online messaging promises one’s future as “just […]

Congratulations, you have successfully furthered your education! (Pat self on back.) Perhaps after this milestone, you imagined you would be on a post-commencement, celebratory cruise slathering yourself in yet another round of sunscreen. Instead, you must make money, and NOW! And that is a bold, uppercased NOW, which necessitates the job hunt.  Yet, securing said […]

If you’ve seen the news lately, you realize healthcare careers are on the rise. With the “Baby Boom Generation” entering senior years, the nation’s healthcare needs are simultaneously expanding. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in healthcare is projected to grow 16 percent from 2020–2030,1 much faster than the averages for all other […]

Deciding to continue your education is a big commitment. Taking a strategic approach to planning your future can go a long way in your vocation. Here’s a list of courses a student can take to help transition into a healthcare role. Often, familiarizing oneself with these classes can provide a leg up. Plan today about […]

Who are Phlebotomists? What is a Licensed Vocational Nurse? And just what is the difference between a Licensed Vocational Nurse and a Certified Nursing Assistant? Are you interested in a healthcare vocation yet don’t know where to begin or how to make sense of wellness terms? This article focuses on three different entry-level healthcare professions, […]

Whether fresh out of high school or working for decades, It’s never too late to consider a career in the healthcare industry. There are a variety of different healthcare careers you can choose from, which means you can find a position that fits your interests, skill sets, and career goals.

The healthcare industry, specifically nursing, is constantly evolving as new medical technology, discoveries, and innovations occur. As a nurse, it is your responsibility to inform, inspire, and educate yourself, your co-workers, and your patients. Reading is one of the most effective and enjoyable ways to do this. There are a countless number of nursing books on […]

Below is an excerpt from Educating Nurses: A Call for Radical Transformation as seen on the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Learning official website. (Book authors: Patricia Benner, Molly Sutphen, Victoria Leonard, and Lisa Day) Educating Nurses: A Call for Radical Transformation explores the strengths and weaknesses in nursing education and the external challenges […]

Here are 15 little-known facts that every nurse ought to know. 1. Have A Mentor Have a good mentor, someone you aspire to become.  Be a good mentee by asking questions, taking notes, practicing what you’ve learned, respecting time and space, and always saying `thank you.’ Establish goals and expectations by writing your objectives down […]